Southport Attractions
Southport (pop. 86,000), a popular seaside resort, prides itself on being England's oldest garden city. It is a town of wide tree-lined streets and beautiful parks and gardens with greenery everywhere. It is very enjoyable to walk down the colorful Lord Street or along the wide beach, with views across the Irish Sea. Every amenity is on offer, including a promenade, pier, swimming pool, amusement park, saltwater lagoon and seven excellent golf courses.
Trans Pennine Trail
This 215mi/325km cross-country trail runs from Southport on the west coast to Hornsea on the east coast. The trail uses disused railway lines, canal towpaths and riverbanks. It is currently being developed to accommodate cyclists and horseback riders and spurs are being extended to York, Leeds and Sheffield.
